June 2015

Dear Trojan Parents and Family Members,

The campus will be buzzing soon with Orientation activities! New students and their parents are will learn about academic expectations, explore campus involvement opportunities, meet faculty and staff and get acquainted with life at USC.

There are also many events and important dates for parents and students throughout the summer so make sure to visit the Upcoming Parent Events calendar for more information.  

News from Parent Programs:

Enjoy Books from President Nikias’ Summer Reading List
Each year, USC President C. L. Max Nikias sends students a summer reading list. This year’s list was emailed to students just before the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books held on the USC campus in April. These books are not required for classes, but provide an opportunity for reflection by the USC community. For more information, visit
http://news.usc.edu/81905/usc-president-nikias-2015-summer-reading-list/.

 

Hosts Needed for 2015 USC SCend Offs
Each summer, USC Alumni Clubs around the world host SCend Off receptions to welcome incoming USC students to the Trojan Family. SCend Offs help connect new students, their families and friends to local alumni.  Some of the alumni groups around the country are looking for families who are willing to offer their homes to host a 2015 SCend Off. Contact Sarah Bochicchio（USC Alumni Association）at bochicch@usc.edu for more information.

 

News from the USC Engemann Student Health Center
Health Center access and insurance coverage for graduating students
There is important information on the Engemann Student Health Center’s website regarding health center access and insurance coverage for recent graduates. In addition, if your student is currently covered by the USC Student Health Insurance Plan provided by Aetna, coverage ends August 16, 2015.

 

Move-In Day Parent Reception and Letter Writing on August 19
Parents（and family members）are invited to write a letter of good wishes for the school year to their USC student from 12pm – 3pm on Wednesday, August 19 in the Ronald Tutor Campus Center ballroom. Light refreshments will be provided. Visit http://www.usc.edu/student-affairs/parents/ for more information.

 

Trojan Family Weekend 2015 Update
Trojan Family Weekend 2015 is Thursday, October 22 through Sunday, October, 25. This is a great way for the entire family to share in your student’s USC journey and experience what it means to be part of the spirited Trojan Family. The football game on Saturday, October 24 will be against Pac-12 rival Utah. Registration will open in late July. Click here for more information.

Starting to make plans for the 2015 Trojan Family Weekend? Crown International is Trojan Family Weekend’s travel service provider. They have reserved rooms in several hotels in downtown Los Angeles for Trojan parents and can help with you travel plans! Call 310.475.5661 or visit https://www.crown-international.com/usc/usc-trojan-family-weekend.aspx.

 

Interested in Becoming a Parent Volunteer?
There are many ways for parents to become involved in the USC community. Opportunities to volunteer on campus include Trojan Family Weekend and other events throughout the year. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Sign up here.

 

Additional Campus Information:

USC Career Center- Opportunity for USC Alumni
For USC Alumni- Share your expertise with fellow Trojans - join the connectSC Career Network. Connect with alumni who share your interests, give advice to alumni in your career field, build a professional network and find alumni around the world. Click here for more information about connectSC Career Network（the networking resource for all USC students and alumni）.

For questions about events at the USC Career Center, contact 213.740.9111 or careers@usc.edu. The Career Center is open from 8:30am - 5pm Monday - Friday and is located in the Student Union #110. Click here for a calendar of events and online resources. USC parents can click here for further information on Career Center services.

 

Trojan Athletic Fund and 2015 USC Football Season Tickets
USC home football games are a wonderful time for families to come together and visit their student on campus while taking in the exciting action of a USC football game. Many parents ask for information on how to get priority seating for the season and the additional benefits associated with an athletic membership. Contact the USC Ticket Office for season tickets at 213.740.GOSC. For those interested in discussing opportunities to upgrade seats, click here for more information or contact USC Athletics at 213.740.4155. 

 

USC 2015 – 2016 Academic Calendar - Important Dates
Move-In Day：August 19
Fall Classes Begin：August 24
Labor Day：September 7
Thanksgiving Recess：November 25 - 28
Holiday Recess：December 17 - January 10
Spring classes start：January 11
Spring Recess：March 14 - 19
Commencement：May 13

Parents Event Calendar:

June 2015

• 6/06/15：Take A Break! Using Breaks and Transitions To Build the Life You Want（Orange County）https://dornsife.usc.edu/events/view/916346/take-a-break-using-breaks-and-transitions-to-build-the-life-you/
• 6/08/15：Trojan Huddle（Newport Beach）http://www.usctrojans.com/blog/2015/04/trojan-huddle-dates-and-stops.html
• 6/10/15：Trojan Huddle（Manhattan Beach）http://www.usctrojans.com/blog/2015/04/trojan-huddle-dates-and-stops.html
• 6/13/15：San Marino Motor Classic featuring the Trojan Marching Band http://www.usc.edu/dept/band/
• 6/22/15：6th Annual Tommy Awards in New York City https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=186580
• 6/26/15：Latino Alumni Association Golf Tournament https://dornsife.usc.edu/events/view/913176/latino-alumni-association-annual-golf-tournament/
• 6/27/15：USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association Orange County Theatre Night at Motown：The Musical https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=187482   

July 2015

• 7/04/15 – 07/05/15- 4th of July with the Spirit of Troy on Catalina Island http://www.usc.edu/dept/band/
• 7/11/15：4th Annual USC Orange County Trojan Family Luau https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=190612
• 7/25/15：USC Lambda Night at the Hollywood Bowl https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=190466   

Cheer Trojans to Victory at Your Favorite Sporting Events
Contact the USC Ticket Office for game information at 213.740.GOSC or click here for ticket information on all USC sports.

For information on the USC Alumni Association’s 2015 Football Weekenders for Notre Dame, Cal and Oregon, visit http://weekenders.usc.edu/.

*Conference Event
** Thursday night game

Trojan Wine Collection- USC Alumni Association - Trojan Family Weekend Sponsor
Enjoy great wines while supporting USC! Introducing an exclusive collection, crafted especially for the Trojan Family – featuring alumni-owned vineyards and special labels with iconic USC campus imagery. All wines were selected via a blind tasting by industry experts, and are excellent as daily table wines, for celebrations or as gifts. Best of all, 20% of all sales support the programs and services of the USC Alumni Association. Cheers to that! To learn more about the Trojan Wine Collection and place your order, visit http://trojanwinecollection.com

Visit USC Parent Website, Facebook Page and Twitter for Event Information
All of USC’s upcoming parent event information（both on and off campus）can be found here. Check this website often for new and up-to-date information. Also, “like” the Parent Programs Facebook page or follow us on Twitter（@TrojanFamilyUSC）for information, pictures, campus events and more.

Feel free to contact our office if you need assistance or have any questions. Our phone number is 213.821.6239 or email us at scparent@usc.edu. If there is an emergency during business hours, contact the Office of Student Support and Advocacy at 213.740.2421. For an emergency during non-business hours, contact the Department of Public Safety at 213.740.4321 for immediate assistance or to report a crime.

Finally, as a reminder, if you change your personal information such as your mailing address, email and/or phone numbers, please make sure your student updates your information through OASIS. For more information about address changes visit OASIS and Student Financial Services

FIGHT ON!!

Maria Riley
USC Parent Programs